| Guanajuato,
as with its cultural wealth, is also famous for its cuisine. Throughout
the state, one can find an exquisite variety of dishes. Apaseo
el Grande, is famous for its snacks and appetizers. Celaya, is
famous for its candies including soft fudge made from goat's milk,
sweet wafers, custard candies, almond cheese and nut candies.
The
northern part of the state is famous for its dairy ice cream and
dishes such as grilled prickly pear leaves, tripe, dry marinade
and a traditional drink fermented from cactus fruit called colonche.
Irapuato is the strawberry capital of the world. Dolores Hidalgo
is known for the sheer variety of flavors of ice cream. Pulque
is another drink made from fermented cactus. San Luis de La Paz
is best known for its variety of chilies. Typical Guanajuatós
dishes include enchiladas, tamales, marinades, lentils and corn
and tortilla based snacks and other appetizers.
Please note
that additional info (prices, activities, etc) are found to the
right of this pages.
Being a university town there are several places
where you can find budget meals. However there are a few upscale
restaurants that serve up the traditional fare. North American
and European cuisines are also easily available.
 
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